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Lorry drivers killed in Cumbria motorway crash
TWO people were killed in an eight-vehicle pile-up which closed a section of the M6 in Cumbria for most of the day.
Last updated 26 February 2013
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Tributes paid to lorry driver who died on M6 in Cumbria
TRIBUTES have been paid to a devoted dad who died in a fatal accident on the M6 yesterday.
Last updated 26 February 2013
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Police warn South Lakes cyclists to lock up bikes following thefts
BRITAIN'S Olympic success has seen the popularity of cycling soar – along with the number of bike thefts.
Last updated 26 February 2013
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Four hurt in Cumbria fells
MOUNTAIN rescue teams were busy with a number of call outs in the Cumbria fells this weekend. (1 comment)
Last updated 24 February 2013
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Three lose jobs at brewery’s Cumbria HQ
THREE members of staff are set to lose their jobs as part of a brewery’s streamlining operation.
Last updated 24 February 2013
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Jane Tomlinson’s Lake District Walking Festival gets off to a hopping start
A STUNNING Lake District day set the scene perfectly for the launch of an event aimed at encouraging people to get out, get active and enjoy the beauty of the world around them.
Last updated 24 February 2013
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Paraglider crash in Cumbria's Lake District
A PARAGLIDER pilot has been rescued after crashing in Cumbria’s Lake District.
Last updated 22 February 2013
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Party boss blasts Lakes councillor over Pickles jibe
A TORY party boss has hit back at calls from a Cumbrian councillor for a government minister to be sacked. (6 comments)
Last updated 22 February 2013
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South Lakes council to use tax reserves
A COUNCIL tax freeze looks set to be approved by South Lakes councillors next week – despite facing a budget deficit of more than £500,000.
Last updated 22 February 2013
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Best wishes sent to South Lakes politician recovering from heart attack
BEST wishes have been paid to a veteran councillor as he recovers from a heart attack.
Last updated 21 February 2013
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Public invited to view progress at £22.5m new Barrow school building
THE community are being invited to view a Barrow school’s £22.5m new building.
Last updated 20 February 2013
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South Cumbria Citizens Advice Bureau to close
Citizens Advice South Lakeland is to close, its chairman has announced today.
Last updated 20 February 2013
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Flood defence works announced for A590 in Cumbria
THE A590 in South Cumbria is to benefit from a £622,000 drainage and safety improvements project.
Last updated 20 February 2013
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Group braves freezing night on South Lakes fells to fight fuel poverty
FREEZING temperatures and damp conditions greeted brave fundraisers who spent a night on the fells at the weekend.
Last updated 19 February 2013
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Morecambe Bay cable car plan for South Cumbria
IT might not be a bridge across the bay – but one creative mind has come up with an equally radical transport solution to link the Lake District to Lancashire.
Last updated 17 February 2013
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Little girl shows big heart for Barrow foodbank
A LITTLE girl with a big heart has amazed volunteers at the Barrow Foodbank by donating £4.98 in pocket money to help those less fortunate. (2 comments)
Last updated 17 February 2013
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Businesswoman launches gifts inspired by Lake District ‘monster’
A LEGENDARY Lake District beast could be about to become a lovable icon.
Last updated 15 February 2013
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Screen legend John Hurt returns to Keswick Film Festival
LAST year, the Keswick Film Festival welcomed its first lifetime Bafta Award winner in John Hurt, and the only way organisers could match that this time round is by inviting him back again. (1 comment)
Last updated 15 February 2013
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South Lakeland District Council eyes tax freeze in bid to help residents
A COUNCIL is hoping to give residents a helping hand this year by freezing its share of the council tax.
Last updated 14 February 2013
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Car in A595 accident in South Cumbria
A VEHICLE was involved in a weather related incident on the A595 in South Cumbria this evening.
Last updated 13 February 2013
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